What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Assistant position at LEAD Charter School?
Instructional Assistant
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
❖ General Duties
o Work in close proximity with assigned teacher and students
o Assist students, individually or in groups, to reinforce skills and/or oversee learning activities
o Follow specific functions as outlined in a written plan to supplement classroom instruction
o Assist with classroom computer instruction
o Participate in professional development (site/district) to enhance ability to support student achievement
o Assist students with various testing activity
o Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit
o Supervise students during playground/recess and lunch periods
o Participate in pick up and drop off activities
o Responsible for analyzing and tracking student progress data
o Various clerical duties related to classroom activities
o Other duties as assigned by Principal or supervisor
o This is an in-person position
❖ Reasoning Ability
o Understand, remember, and apply verbal and/or written instructions or other information; understand, remember, and communicate routine information.
o Organize thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology; organize and prioritize own work schedule
o Read and interpret instructions, understand, and follow basic instructions and guidelines; interpret written procedures and complete routine forms and/or conduct routine verbal communication with individuals via telephone or e-mail, speak and write effectively; express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word, communicate verbally with others accurately and quickly
o Understand verbal and written instructions; understand simple to complex multiple step instructions; solve practical problems
o Apply common sense in performing job
❖ Follows Policies and Procedures
o Attends school each day and notifies Principal of absences in a timely manner
o Consistently follows, maintains, and conforms to all district policies and procedures
o Follows dress code
o Adheres to procedures regarding finances, field trips, etc.
o Consistently follows clock in and clock out procedures and maintains accurate time data
❖ Physical Demands
o May lift, pull, push or carry. May require physical strength to push/pull 50 lbs.
o May sit or stand for a prolonged period of time
o May be exposed to outdoor elements
o May require physical intervention for students experiencing behavioral difficulties
o May assist other personnel in physical demands
❖ Qualifications
o High School Diploma
o Current IVP Fingerprint clearance card
o Previous school experience preferred
o Must possess an AA or pass a certification exam within 6 months of hire
Adheres to all other policies and procedures as outlined in the employee handbook, other materials provided by the district, and instruction from the Principal or other supervisory authority.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY ORGANIZATION: Leading Edge Academy does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, or disability.
